BYU vs Arizona Prediction, Picks & Odds | 18 Feb 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: BYU vs Arizona
The Brigham Young Cougars square off against the Arizona Wildcats, with tip-off scheduled for 21:00 on Wednesday, February 18.
Arizona should enjoy a substantial win and that’s why we’re taking the -12.5 about them on the spread. We expect our selection to cover the line at -110 against BYU.
Brigham Young Cougars previous game saw them claim a 90-86 (OT) home win over Colorado Buffaloes.
Arizona Wildcats lost their last game, being beaten at home to Texas Tech Red Raiders 78-75 (OT).
Head-to-Head Statistics
It was a 86-83 win for Arizona when they last played BYU. Arizona have triumphed in two of the previous 3 clashes between these teams.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Arizona
|
32-2 | 2929 | 2339 | 590 | 21-1 | 11-1 | 9W |
BYU
|
23-11 | 2853 | 2561 | 292 | 17-4 | 6-7 | 1L |
BYU vs Arizona Prediction & Picks
Explore our best BYU vs Arizona picks, including a main match prediction, correct score forecast and a bet builder ready to use. Scroll down for full analysis.
Game Prediction
We’re predicting that Arizona will be superior in this college game and that’s why we’re backing them on the spread at -12.5. Take the -110 that the big favorites are able to cover this line.
Injuries can influence the outcome and our college basketball handicappers factor that in alongside the latest form guide. We apply the same approach to the stats to build the clearest picture of how the game might unfold.
Key BYU vs Arizona stats:
Arizona -12.5 Probability
If you go by the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 52.4% chance of winning. Based on our analysts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This college basketball wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Take a same game parlay that incorporates Arizona to cover the -12.5 spread along with Under 165.5. Add in Arizona/BTTS No on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.
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Correct Score Prediction
72
-
89
Arizona
There are lots of different ways to back Arizona on the correct score betting and something like 89-72 in their favor might be along the right lines at massive odds.
BYU vs Arizona Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The favorites are 88% likely to win according to the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds, with Arizona priced at -714 to triumph in this college game. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +500 about Brigham Young Cougars.
The spread is currently 10.5, with the total points line at 162.5. There is no denying the popularity of betting on the Totals. Those expecting a low total can back Under 162.5 at -105.
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Brigham Young Cougars Stats
Arizona Stats
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +12.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games on the road
- -12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
- -12.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 168.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 171.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 165.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 165.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 83.90 pts and allowed 84.80 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 85.00 pts and allowed 86.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 153.40 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 152.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 165.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
- Over 165.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 83.40 pts and allowed 70.00 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 88.40 pts and allowed 63.60 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Big 12 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Arizona
|
32-2 | 2929 | 2339 | 590 | 21-1 | 11-1 | 9W |
Houston
|
28-6 | 2623 | 2137 | 486 | 20-2 | 8-4 | 1L |
Iowa State
|
27-7 | 2781 | 2215 | 566 | 19-1 | 8-6 | 1L |
Kansas
|
23-10 | 2496 | 2290 | 206 | 17-2 | 6-8 | 1L |
Texas Tech
|
22-10 | 2573 | 2324 | 249 | 16-4 | 6-6 | 3L |
|
BYU
|
23-11 | 2853 | 2561 | 292 | 17-4 | 6-7 | 1L |
TCU
|
22-11 | 2584 | 2378 | 206 | 16-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
UCF
|
21-11 | 2591 | 2511 | 80 | 15-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
Oklahoma State
|
19-14 | 2781 | 2736 | 45 | 14-5 | 5-9 | 1L |
West Virginia
|
18-14 | 2214 | 2072 | 142 | 15-6 | 3-8 | 1L |
Cincinnati
|
18-15 | 2413 | 2230 | 183 | 16-4 | 2-11 | 1L |
Colorado
|
17-15 | 2559 | 2542 | 17 | 15-7 | 2-8 | 2L |
Arizona State
|
17-16 | 2519 | 2585 | -66 | 13-6 | 4-10 | 1L |
Baylor
|
16-16 | 2642 | 2469 | 173 | 12-8 | 4-8 | 1L |
Kansas State
|
12-20 | 2546 | 2619 | -73 | 11-8 | 1-12 | 2L |
Utah
|
10-22 | 2379 | 2531 | -152 | 9-9 | 1-13 | 6L |
- Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
- PF = Total Points For
- PA = Total Points Against
- N. Pts = Point Differential
- Home = Home Record
- Away = Away Record
- Strk = Current Streak
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